I'd have the Peckhams [Beckhams] dragged to the edge of the village and flogged because they are insufferable to anyone of intelligence, and they actively chase the paparazzi

Morrissey

The controversial singer, who has previously ranted about the Royal Family, launched his attack on modern British culture in an interview with Loaded magazine.

The Beckhams have recently been linked with a return to Britain after David ended his spell at American side LA Galaxy.

Both West Ham and QPR have been touted as likely destinations for the 37-year-old, should he return to the Premier League.

But it seems Morrissey won't be rolling out the red carpet for his homecoming.

"I'd have the Peckhams [Beckhams] dragged to the edge of the village and flogged because they are insufferable to anyone of intelligence, and they actively chase the paparazzi," he said.

"We don’t seem to realise that David and Victoria Peckham will soon be back and god forbid they will be bestowed with titles Sir and Lady Peckham, this is what’s wrong with this country, we don’t seem to care."

And Morrissey was also equally scathing about David's fellow football stars.

"Football often seems to me to have no meaning whatsoever other than just to be there. It can’t be elevated any higher because so many footballers are paid £200,000 a week, yet couldn’t identify a harp."

In a wide-ranging interview, the 53-year-old also gave his views on the Jimmy Savile sex scandal.

"He [Savile] was a profiteer, and those who protected him are still here. However, I’m not sure if witch-hunts against aged Radio Caroline DJs is quite the point.

"2013 enlightenment can’t be applied to dark and dim nights of 1972, otherwise every singer who ever slept with a 14-year-old would suddenly be behind bars – and that would take a lot of bars."